2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Coupe 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 104 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 75 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz AIV | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Panoz | Venturi |
Model | AIV | Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |