2003 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Koenigsegg | Alfa Romeo |
Model | CC8S | 2600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 655 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 752 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 389 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2510 mm |