2007 Panoz Esperante vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Panoz Esperante | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Panoz | Porsche |
Model | Esperante | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |