2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 3 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Panoz | Panoz |
Model | Esperante | AIV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 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 | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |