2004 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 583 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | BMW | Koenigsegg |
Model | M5 | CC8S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |