2004 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 316 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |