1974 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 3 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 3 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |