1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 665 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Abarth | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 2400 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
