1986 Renault Alpine vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR

To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 864 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 98 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Renault Alpine 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
Make Renault Koenigsegg
Model Alpine CCXR
Year Released 1986 2011
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 2458 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 1064 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 1060 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 6100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 249 km/hour 400 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 2.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1182 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 18 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 22 L/100km


 

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