2009 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 140 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| 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 | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 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 | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
