1996 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC 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 41 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 458 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC. 1996 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lexus | Panoz |
| Model | SC | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
