1995 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
