2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Panoz | Aston Martin |
| Model | Esperante | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
