1957 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Rover | Koenigsegg |
Model | P4 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |