BMW Z8 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 Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $131,500 | $92,256 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 12 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 15.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 394 hp (best) | 305 hp |
| Torque | 368 lb-ft (best) | 320 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.9 L (best) | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5.1 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,495 lbs | 3,279 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.6 in | 106 in (best) |
| Length | 173.2 in | 176.3 in (best) |
| Width | 72 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 51.9 in | 53.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z8Base | Panoz EsperanteBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 Z8 | Panoz Esperante |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $131,500 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 Z8 vs Panoz Esperante FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 BMW Z8 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: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Panoz Esperante starts lower at $92,256.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2006 Panoz Esperante leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (92,256).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2003 BMW Z8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (15).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 BMW Z8 or 2006 Panoz Esperante?
- The 2006 Panoz Esperante leads on horsepower in this comparison (420).