1998 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 1998 Audi A3 and 1998 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Audi | Panoz |
Model | A3 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |