1991 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry 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 302 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 281 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry, 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Camry | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Camry | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1206 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
