2012 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti M | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Infiniti | Panoz |
Model | M | Esperante |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |