1964 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 759 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 838 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Minor | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Morris | Koenigsegg |
Model | Minor | CCX |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |