1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 689 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Alvis | Koenigsegg |
Model | TD | CCX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |