1992 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 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 23 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540.

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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 540 2009 Panoz Esperante
Make BMW Panoz
Model 540 Esperante
Year Released 1992 2009
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 59 L


 

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