1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Spider | CCX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
