1974 Honda Life vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 777 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Koenigsegg CCX 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 891 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Life | CCX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2660 mm |