2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. 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 (434 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Panoz | Seat |
| Model | Esperante | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4587 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
