2009 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 kg more 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | 330 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |