2001 Panoz AIV vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 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 128 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | AIV | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
