2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Bugatti | Panoz |
| Model | Veyron | AIV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
