1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 574 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 75 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 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Zephyr | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2659 mm |
