1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Skyline | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
