2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | AIV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 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 | 1078 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |