2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bugatti | Panoz |
| Model | Veyron | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
