1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 911 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 849 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 90 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
