2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 70 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | Panoz | Tatra |
| Model | Esperante | T107 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
