2004 Panoz AIV vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 30 kg more than 1946 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Triumph Roadster. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Panoz | Triumph |
Model | AIV | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 106 mm |
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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |