1990 BMW 518 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 19 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), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 693 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 518 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| 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 | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 3.2 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
