1979 Ferrari 308 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 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 185 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 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 308 | CCR |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |