1999 Panoz AIV vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV 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 218 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz AIV | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Panoz | Smart |
Model | AIV | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 33 L |