1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 822 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Corvette | CCXR |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |