2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | Esperante | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
