2008 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 295 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 320 | CC8S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.6 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 | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |