2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1975 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 404 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 365 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 377 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 404. 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.
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2006 Panoz Esperante | 1975 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 404 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |