2009 BMW 135 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 135 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |