2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 108 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Panoz | Venturi |
Model | Esperante | Coupe |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4587 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 296 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |