1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 536 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Blazer | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
