2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 330 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
