2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 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 246 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
