2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz AIV weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | E-250 | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |