1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 997 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Land Rover | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 109 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 1064 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
