1977 Toyota Publica 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 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 242 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Publica | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Toyota | Panoz |
Model | Publica | Esperante |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4589 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |