1988 BMW 524 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 132 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 524 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |