1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Koenigsegg |
Model | V8 Vantage | CCR |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2659 mm |