2001 Panoz AIV vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 193 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | AIV | 914 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
