1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 487 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | Giulia | Esperante |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |