1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 981 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 923 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mazda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 929 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
