2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 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 216 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000. 1986 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | Esperante | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
