2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 8 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 200 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari California. (483 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | Panoz | Ferrari |
Model | Esperante | California |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 460 HP |
Torque | 529 Nm | 483 Nm |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 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 | 78 L |