2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 398 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 685 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Panoz | Trabant |
| Model | Esperante | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
