1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Pontiac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 1000 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2659 mm |
