1985 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M5 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
