2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata E 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 157 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Tata E. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Panoz | Tata |
Model | Esperante | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |