1996 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 646 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 523 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
