1996 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 648 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 525 | CCR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |