1970 TVR Tuscan vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 TVR Tuscan. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Tuscan | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | TVR | Panoz |
| Model | Tuscan | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
