1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Kadett | Esperante |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |