1985 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4.
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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Morgan 4 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Morgan | Panoz |
Model | 4 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |