1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 732 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Sierra | CCX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |