1994 Caterham Seven vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 995 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Caterham Seven 2008 Panoz Esperante
Make Caterham Panoz
Model Seven Esperante
Year Released 1994 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4589 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 305 HP
Torque 203 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 194 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2700 mm


 

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