1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Camaro | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
