2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz AIV | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Panoz | Rover |
Model | AIV | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |