1998 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 637 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 323 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
