1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Gol 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 268 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Gol, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esperante | Gol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
