1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 349 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | AIV |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |