2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 182 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 307 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | Esperante | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
