2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 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 249 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | Esperante | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| 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 | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
