2011 Koenigsegg CCXR vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 824 more horse power than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Buick |
| Model | CCXR | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 1064 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1060 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1996 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
