1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
Model | Virage | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |