1973 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 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 512 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 205 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 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 525 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
