2004 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | S4 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
