1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 782 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 852 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
Model | A 35 | CCR |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2659 mm |