1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Panoz | Rover |
Model | Esperante | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |