2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 377 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz Esperante | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Panoz | Plymouth |
Model | Esperante | VIP |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |