1972 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | DS | Esperante |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |