1999 Panoz AIV vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Tata E weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | Panoz | Tata |
| Model | AIV | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
