2012 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A8 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
