1986 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | M3 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
