1971 AC 428 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1971 AC 428 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AC | Panoz |
Model | 428 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |