1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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 CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 400 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |