1998 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 200 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Rover | Panoz |
Model | 200 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |