1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
