2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador 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 234 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador. 1984 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz Esperante | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Panoz | Austin |
Model | Esperante | Ambassador |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |