1969 Mini Clubman vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mini | Panoz |
| Model | Clubman | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
