2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | E | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
