1990 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 631 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Legend | CCX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |