1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 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 142 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1998 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz Esperante | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Panoz | Saab |
Model | Esperante | 9000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |