1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 993 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2659 mm |
