BMW M6 vs Panoz Esperante
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Panoz Esperante
Overview
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M6 | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122,300 | $92,256 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (best) | 15.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 560 hp (best) | 305 hp |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft (best) | 320 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 800 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,515 lbs | 3,279 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.2 in | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 106 in |
| Length | 192.8 in (best) | 176.3 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 73.2 in |
| Height | 53.9 in (best) | 53.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M6M6 | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW M6 | Panoz Esperante |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M6 $122,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $92,256 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $98,229 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GT $97,360 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $103,040 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GTLM $121,326 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GTLM $128,319 MSRP |
BMW M6 vs Panoz Esperante FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW M6 vs 2006 Panoz Esperante on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Panoz Esperante starts lower at $92,256.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2006 Panoz Esperante leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (92,256).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2018 BMW M6 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2018 BMW M6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (560).
- Which has better seats: 2018 BMW M6 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2018 BMW M6 leads on seats in this comparison (4).