1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | 145 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |