1998 Panoz AIV vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Panoz AIV | 1977 Toyota Century | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |