1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2005 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 260 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche GT2. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche GT2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Panoz AIV | 2005 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Panoz | Porsche |
Model | AIV | GT2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |