1971 Matra-Simca M530 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 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Matra-Simca M530 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Panoz |
| Model | M530 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
