1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
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 CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 208 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
