1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 608 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 585 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 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Koenigsegg |
| Model | MK VIII | CCR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2659 mm |
