2010 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 893 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 838 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1983 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | BMW |
| Model | CCXR | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 1064 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1060 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
