1975 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Audi | Koenigsegg |
Model | 80 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 752 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |