1998 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 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 464 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 328 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.6 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 | 1630 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
