2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | 156 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |