1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 695 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Sprinter | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4589 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
