1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 692 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sierra | CCX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
