1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 955 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 464 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Reliant | Koenigsegg |
Model | Sabre Six | CCXR |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |