2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Panoz | Plymouth |
Model | Esperante | Fury |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 477 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3060 mm |