1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 343 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 Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1997 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1997 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Corvette | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
