1951 BMW 340 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 BMW 340 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 BMW 340 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 340 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
