1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | Alfa 6 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |