2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Koenigsegg CCX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 643 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2008 Koenigsegg CCX 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 2008 Koenigsegg CCX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
Model | GT | CCX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |