1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone 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 249 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Panoz | Subaru |
Model | Esperante | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |