2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde.
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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Panoz | Simca |
Model | Esperante | Aronde |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |