2001 Proton 300 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Proton 300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 542 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 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 300 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Proton | Rover |
| Model | 300 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
