1971 Fiat ESV vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat ESV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat ESV would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Fiat ESV. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat ESV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 Fiat ESV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat ESV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat ESV. (134 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat ESV. 1971 Fiat ESV has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat ESV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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