1971 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 780 kg more than 1971 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | DAF | Panoz |
| Model | 44 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
