2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1952 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 622 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Panoz | Triumph |
| Model | Esperante | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1487 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
