1986 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 67 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | CX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
