2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 256 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
