1986 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2659 mm |
