2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F 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 226 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Model F |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |