1964 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 547 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 378 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Reliant | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sabre Six | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 655 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |
