1986 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 730 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 3.6 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 | 1600 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
