1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | 965 | CCX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |