2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 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 253 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 304, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz Esperante | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | Esperante | 304 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
