1999 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 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. Both 1999 Panoz AIV and 2010 Ford E-250 are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 1999 Panoz AIV 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 1999 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250, 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250. 2010 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Panoz | Ford |
| Model | AIV | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
