1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 227 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Maverick | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Maverick | Esperante |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |