2002 Panoz AIV vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 11 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, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 570 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Panoz AIV | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Panoz | Infiniti |
| Model | AIV | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
