1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 2004 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
