1996 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 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 200 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 316 | AIV |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |