2003 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 649 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 520 | CCR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2659 mm |