1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvair | AIV |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |