1995 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
