1971 Chrysler New Yorker 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 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 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 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
Model | New Yorker | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |