2003 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW M1 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 382 more horse power than 1981 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 125 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | BMW |
| Model | CC8S | M1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 655 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 752 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2570 mm |
