1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 944 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | A 90 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
