1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Koenigsegg |
| Model | XJ6 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
