1977 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 670 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Monza | CCX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
