1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alpine | Panoz |
| Model | A 110 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
