1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Simca | Koenigsegg |
Model | 1200S | CCX |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |