1998 Proton 400 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton 400 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton 400 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Proton | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |