1963 BMW 502 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 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 497 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 315 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 502 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
