2008 Maybach 57 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2008 Maybach 57 and 2008 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maybach 57 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Maybach | Panoz |
Model | 57 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |