2010 Koenigsegg CCX vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Holden |
| Model | CCX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 806 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 919 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
