2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz Esperante | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Panoz | Audi |
Model | Esperante | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |