2000 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz AIV | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Panoz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | AIV | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |