2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Panoz Q9
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz Q9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz Q9 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Q9 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Q9 (678 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Q9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 1998 Panoz Q9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Panoz Q9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Panoz Q9 | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Accord | Q9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
