2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 328 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
