2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 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 258 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 204 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |