1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 184 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | Esperante |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 59 L |