1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | GTO | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
