2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 763 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 894 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 156 | Agera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
