1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Panoz |
Model | Cutlass | Esperante |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |