1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Belmont | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |