2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 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 275 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Koenigsegg |
Model | V8 Vantage | CC8S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2659 mm |