2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 313 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (529 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1976 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Panoz | Ford |
| Model | Esperante | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
