2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown 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 371 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |