1969 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 191 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Capri | CC8S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |