1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Camaro | AIV |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |