2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Phantom | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2659 mm |
