1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 525 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Pontiac | Koenigsegg |
Model | Grand Prix | CCXR |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |