2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (318 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |