1955 Triumph TR2 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Triumph TR2 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Triumph | Koenigsegg |
| Model | TR2 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2660 mm |
