1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 28 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), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 824 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 308 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
