1974 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 277 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Torana | Esperante |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |