1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 639 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Avanti | Koenigsegg |
Model | Avanti | CCR |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |