1998 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 894 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 325 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |