1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 662 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | C 112 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
