1998 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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 (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 318 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |