1998 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise 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 185 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | Elise | AIV |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |