1966 Vauxhall Viscount vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 942 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Vauxhall Viscount | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Vauxhall | Koenigsegg |
Model | Viscount | CCXR |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |