1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | F355 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |