1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Spider | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
