1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 7 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 355 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Panoz AIV | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Panoz | Panoz |
| Model | AIV | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
