1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 BMW 325

To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 14 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 108 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Panoz AIV 2011 BMW 325
Make Panoz BMW
Model AIV 325
Year Released 1997 2011
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 61 L


 

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