1991 Acura Legend vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura Legend | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Acura | Panoz |
Model | Legend | Esperante |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |