1986 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 353 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 (434 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Capri | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1535 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
