1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Panoz AIV | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Panoz | Subaru |
| Model | AIV | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
