1968 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 124 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | 17 | CCR |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |