2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lancia | Panoz |
Model | Thesis | AIV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |