2004 Panoz AIV vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 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 227 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Panoz | Peugeot |
Model | AIV | 505 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |