1974 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 184 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 87 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Holden | Panoz |
| Model | Torana | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
