1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Maserati | Panoz |
| Model | 420 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
