1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Esperante 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 188 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 40 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, 2000 Saab 03-Sep, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Panoz | Saab |
| Model | Esperante | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
