2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 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 271 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esperante | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4587 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
