1972 Seat 1500 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 735 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 1500 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Seat | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 1500 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
