2006 BMW 323 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 323 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
