1999 Lotus M250 vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz AIV weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus M250 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | M250 | AIV |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |