2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte 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 297 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 844 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
