1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, 2002 Proton 300 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton 300, 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | 2-Litre | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
