1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari F50 and 1996 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP) has 683 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (123 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Proton |
Model | F50 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 520 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |