1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Panoz Q9
To start off, 1998 Panoz Q9 is newer by 2 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.
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, 1998 Panoz Q9 (678 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 1998 Panoz Q9 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Panoz Q9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Panoz Q9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Camaro | Q9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
