1973 Chrysler Charger 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 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Charger | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
