2011 Proton Savvy vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Proton Savvy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Proton Savvy would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2011 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2011 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Proton Savvy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Proton Savvy | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Proton | BMW |
| Model | Savvy | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
