1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | Testarossa | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |