2001 Panoz Esperante vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. Both 2001 Panoz Esperante and 2004 Panoz Esperante are equipped with a 4,601 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 317 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 426 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz Esperante | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Panoz | Panoz |
| Model | Esperante | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
