1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari F355 and 1996 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300, 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Proton 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Proton |
Model | F355 | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |