2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 272 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Speedster | CCXR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
