2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Saab 93, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz Esperante | 1957 Saab 93 | |
Make | Panoz | Saab |
Model | Esperante | 93 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |