1996 BMW 332 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 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 73 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 332 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |