1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daimler | Proton |
| Model | One-O-Four | 400 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
