1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Austin | Proton |
Model | 3-Litre | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |