2005 Maybach 57 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maybach 57 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Maybach | Panoz |
| Model | 57 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
