1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 187 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 427 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Scorpio | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
