1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 250 GT | CCX |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |