1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 247 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Argento Viva | Esperante |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |