1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Panoz |
| Model | Toronado | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 59 L |
