2004 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 513 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 315 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 320 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
