1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 696 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | A 90 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| 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 | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
