1977 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 71 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 528 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |