2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
