2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8201 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 815 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |