1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 928 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
