1964 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 AC Cobra 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Cobra | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
