1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | RZ | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
