1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Dynasty. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Dynasty | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
| Model | Dynasty | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
