2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2002 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | GT 40 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2659 mm |
