1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Comodoro | AIV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
