1978 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 960 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 842 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Buick | Koenigsegg |
Model | Regal | CCXR |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |