1971 AC 428 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1971 AC 428 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AC | Panoz |
Model | 428 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |