1995 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | F355 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |