1997 Panoz AIV vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Panoz AIV | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Panoz | Panoz |
| Model | AIV | AIV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
