1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Maxi | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Austin | Panoz |
Model | Maxi | Esperante |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |