2006 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 2 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW 650. (360 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 650.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 650 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |