2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 679 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Corvette | CCXR |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 275 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 | 1413 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |