1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 747 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Pickster | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
