1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | Esperante |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 59 L |