1981 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1035 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 745 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 1018 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Subaru | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Rex | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2660 mm |
