2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | 350Z | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4601 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |