2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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 CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | M3 | CCR |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 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 | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2659 mm |