2006 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A4 | AIV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
