1990 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 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 568 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 20 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 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
