1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Rex | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Subaru | Panoz |
Model | Rex | Esperante |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2700 mm |