1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban 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 204 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Suburban | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
