2001 Panoz AIV vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | AIV | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
