2010 Nissan 370Z vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 322 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan 370Z | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Nissan | Koenigsegg |
Model | 370Z | CC8S |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1316 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |