2005 Panoz AIV vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Panoz AIV | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Panoz | Porsche |
| Model | AIV | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
