1989 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 750 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |