1992 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Calibra | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |
