1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 1 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2006 Koenigsegg CCR has manual transmission. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ford Mustang | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mustang | CCR |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6385 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 920 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |