2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 TVR Tamora | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | TVR | Panoz |
Model | Tamora | Esperante |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |