1998 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 330 | AIV |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |