1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 110 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | 300 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |