2000 Panoz AIV vs. 1994 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz AIV | 1994 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Panoz | Pontiac |
| Model | AIV | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
