1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Subaru | Panoz |
| Model | Leone | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
