1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Viper | Esperante |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |