2009 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 320 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |