1998 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 323 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
