1976 Zastava 2101 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Zastava 2101. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 2101.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Zastava 2101 2007 Panoz Esperante
Make Zastava Panoz
Model 2101 Esperante
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Size 1198 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2700 mm