1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Panoz Q9
To start off, both 1998 Lancia Delta and 1998 Panoz Q9 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Q9 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1998 Panoz Q9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Panoz Q9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Panoz Q9 (678 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (148 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta. 1998 Panoz Q9 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Panoz Q9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1998 Panoz Q9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Panoz |
| Model | Delta | Q9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
