2005 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Chevrolet |
| Model | CC8S | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 655 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 752 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 389 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2450 mm |
