1971 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 216 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Skyline | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
