1960 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 621 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 495 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan 4 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Morgan | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 4 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
