1986 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 930 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Reliant | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Scimitar | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
