1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX 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 969 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 844 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
| Model | CX | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
