1970 Austin 3 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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 CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 3 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2659 mm |
