1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 589 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Koenigsegg |
| Model | MK VII | CCR |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2659 mm |
