2009 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Proton Arena would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari California 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 2012 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena, 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Proton | Ferrari |
| Model | Arena | California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
