2003 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S 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 480 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 265 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | BMW |
| Model | CC8S | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 752 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 389 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2670 mm |
