1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 906 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | Alfa 6 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 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 | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |