2005 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
