1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1994 Proton Saloon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Saloon weights approximately 86 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon, 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, 1994 Proton Saloon (108 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1994 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | GT 40 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
