2002 Panoz AIV vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 16 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Panoz AIV | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
| Model | AIV | 504 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
