2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 335 | 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 | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
