2002 Panoz AIV vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Panoz AIV. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2002 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Panoz AIV | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Panoz | BMW |
| Model | AIV | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
