1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 854 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 176 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 983 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Cortina | Agera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |