2002 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Koenigsegg | BMW |
Model | CC8S | 120 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 655 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 752 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2660 mm |