1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang 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 631 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang.
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 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Mustang | CCX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
