1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 911 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | 911 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2659 mm |