1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | F355 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |