2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1270 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (839 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Bentley | Panoz |
| Model | Arnage | AIV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 839 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
