2001 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 490 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 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton 400 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Proton | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |