1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick 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 220 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Maverick | AIV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
