1973 Buick Skylark 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 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | Skylark | Esperante |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |