2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 650 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |