1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 497 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 2002 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
