2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 330 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 254 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |