2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 766 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Panoz | Saab |
| Model | Esperante | 94 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
