1993 Audi V8 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Audi | Koenigsegg |
| Model | V8 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |
