2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana. 2001 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Proton |
| Model | 458 Italia | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2640 mm |
