1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W.
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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Panoz | SsangYong |
| Model | Esperante | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |
