1999 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Proton 300
To start off, 2001 Proton 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 332 kg more than 2001 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2001 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | NSX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
