2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | 159 | AIV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
