1977 BMW 728 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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 CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 728 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 400 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 | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
