2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Proton Saloon, 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Proton |
| Model | 550 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
