2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (489 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 550 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |