1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | 100 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
