2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | Exige | AIV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
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 Weight | 875 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |