2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica 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 203 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
