2005 BMW 535 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 2 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 60 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 505 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 535 | AIV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |