1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Arena weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena, 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 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | GT 40 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |
