1990 BMW 518 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 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 542 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 518 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2659 mm |
