1997 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 12 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 765 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) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2009 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 850 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| 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 | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1180 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 |
