2009 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 CCXR | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M3 | CCXR |
| 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 | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 2.9 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 | 1280 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 | 11.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
