1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bristol | Panoz |
| Model | 411 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
