1966 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX

To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 749 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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 CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Vauxhall Victor 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
Make Vauxhall Koenigsegg
Model Victor CCX
Year Released 1966 2006
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1596 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 806 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 919 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm


 

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