2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 505 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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 (529 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Panoz | Vauxhall |
| Model | Esperante | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
