1999 Audi R8R vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1997 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1997 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | R8R | AIV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
