1992 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 325 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |
