2004 Opel Speedster vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Speedster | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Speedster | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |