1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. Both 1994 Ford Mustang and 2005 Panoz AIV are equipped with a 4,601 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Mustang | AIV |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |