1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 930 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 855 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 230 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 1064 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
