1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Proton |
| Model | 250 GT | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
