1993 BMW 856 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 688 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 856 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |