2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | BMW | Panoz |
Model | M3 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |