1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | 164 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |