1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 461 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | GT | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
