2000 Panoz AIV vs. 1981 Porsche 936
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz AIV | 1981 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | AIV | 936 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 632 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 775 kg |
