1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 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 540 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
Model | 2300 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 389 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 | 1235 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |