2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, both 2001 Porsche 911 and 2001 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
Make | Porsche | Proton |
Model | 911 | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |