1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | AIV |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |