2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 Porsche 911 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. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Panoz | Porsche |
Model | Esperante | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |