2010 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Koenigsegg CCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Koenigsegg CCX would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2008 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2008 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2008 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 550 | CCX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
