2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella 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 282 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. 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, 1987 Seat Marbella, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Panoz Esperante | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Panoz | Seat |
Model | Esperante | Marbella |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |