2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2003 Proton Saloon

To start off, both 2003 Ferrari Enzo and 2003 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 2003 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari Enzo 2003 Proton Saloon
Make Ferrari Proton
Model Enzo Saloon
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 651 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 658 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 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 1305 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2390 mm


 

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