2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba 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 261 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Panoz | Talbot |
| Model | Esperante | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
