1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 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 614 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 591 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Abarth | Koenigsegg |
Model | 750 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 752 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2659 mm |