2009 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | 550 | CCX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |