1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | AIV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
