1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 367 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Comodoro | Esperante |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |