1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 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 73 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 422 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Panoz AIV | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Panoz | Holden |
Model | AIV | Monaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |