1998 Lotus Emme vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Emme. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Emme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 592 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme. 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lotus | Panoz |
| Model | Emme | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
