2011 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 325 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 325 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |