2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 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 75 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (345 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Panoz | TVR |
| Model | Esperante | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
