1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 365 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | 300 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
