1999 Audi R8R vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R 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 817 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Audi | Koenigsegg |
| Model | R8R | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
