1972 Honda Z vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z 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 277 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Z | AIV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
