2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
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 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 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 161 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | Esperante | 604 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |