1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 579 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | AC | Koenigsegg |
Model | 2-Litre | CC8S |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2659 mm |