1986 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 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 179 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 325 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |