2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire 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 (305 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 782 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (434 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Panoz | Triumph |
| Model | Esperante | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
