1972 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 255 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Torana | Esperante |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |