2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | 300 | AIV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
