1998 Panoz Q9 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, both 1998 Panoz Q9 and 1998 Rover 400 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 Rover 400, 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 1998 Panoz Q9 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 Panoz Q9 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Panoz | Rover |
| Model | Q9 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
