2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 9 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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1998 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1998 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 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | AIV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
