1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Proton |
| Model | Mark IV | 400 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
