1994 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 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 85 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 251 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | M5 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |