1973 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 3 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 287 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |