2007 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 328 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
