1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1609 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | 1609 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
