2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Panoz | Subaru |
Model | Esperante | R-2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1930 mm |