2002 Maserati Coupe vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Coupe | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Maserati | Panoz |
Model | Coupe | Esperante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 434 Nm |
Top Speed | 289 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 | 1675 kg | 1535 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |