1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 McLaren F1. (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1999 McLaren F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 McLaren F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | McLaren | Koenigsegg |
| Model | F1 | CCX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
