1998 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 666 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 318 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
