1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 209 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Porsche 914 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | 914 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |