1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 504. 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Peugeot | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 504 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
