1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
Model | A 110 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2659 mm |