1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 899 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Monte Carlo | CCXR |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |