2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2001 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Corvette | AIV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |