1977 Aston Martin V8 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 (340 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 should accelerate faster 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 (542 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
| Model | V8 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
