1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 23 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Saab | Panoz |
| Model | 9000 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
