1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 571 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | Esperante | 904 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 1270 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
