1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 7 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
Model | 230 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |