1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Fiat | Koenigsegg |
Model | 2300 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |