2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 328 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |