2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 2001 Panoz AIV

To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Panoz AIV. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV. 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 Esperante (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Panoz Esperante 2001 Panoz AIV
Make Panoz Panoz
Model Esperante AIV
Year Released 2004 2001
Body Type Convertible Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4589 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 301 HP
Torque 529 Nm 407 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90.2 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 59 L


 

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