2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 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 235 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 785 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | Esperante | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
