2003 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV 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 123 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 510 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz AIV | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Panoz | Chrysler |
Model | AIV | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |