1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny 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 252 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Sunny | Esperante |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |