1974 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring 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 570 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Touring | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
