1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | CX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
