1999 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 540 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 570 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |