1997 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 735 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 850 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 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 |
