1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari C62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari C62 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | C62 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 375 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
