2003 Lexus IS vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lexus | Panoz |
| Model | IS | AIV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
