Bye-Bye Ferrari and Lamborghini, the Koenigsegg CCR is Devastatingly Quick

Whats a Koenigsegg? Consider it the alternative supercar. When that Ferrari Enzo is starting to feel a little sluggish, Koenigsegg makes something a little more exciting to spice up the garage.

The Swedish boutique automakers top model, dubbed the CCR (not for Credence Clearwater Revival), features everything from the CC8S except a few styling details and an increase in performance.

The new cars side air intakes have been modified, while a unique headlight treatment sets the CCR apart. Koenigsegg

Getting bored with your Ferrari Enzo? Looking for something a bit faster and more unique? The Koenigsegg CCR is the car for you. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

How much power? A mere 806-hp at 6,900 rpm should get the job done, supported by an equally impressive 678 lb-ft of torque at 5,700 rpm. The high-revving 4.7-L V8 gets a

The CCRs high-revving mind blowing 806-hp 4.7-L V8 engine gets a Swedish Lysholm twin-screw supercharger. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

The engine is managed by a specially developed Cima 6-speed gearbox incorporating an internal oil pump and oil cooler. The transmission is torque sensitive and makes use of a limited slip differential. An all-new titanium exhaust system helps to keep total curb weight down to a minimal 2,600 lbs.

Thats extremely light for a two-seat

Due to the CCRs incredible power to weight ratio, it can go from zero to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds and has a top speed of 242+ mph. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

Overwhelming horsepower and torque levels combine with featherweight mass for an otherworldly 3.2 second zero to 60 mph sprint. The standing quarter mile arrives in a mere 9 seconds at a blistering speed of 146 mph. Top speed equals 242+ mph.

This high speed comes courtesy of an extremely slippery body shell and flat underbelly, plus venturi

With supercar know-how, Koenigsegg has brought the CCRs coefficient of drag down to a very impressive 0.297. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

Bringing things to an immediate halt are power assisted, ABS enhanced 362 by 32 mm vented discs front and rear, featuring 6-piston light alloy calipers. Braking from 62 mph (100 km/h), only 101.7 feet is needed for a complete stop.

The cars massive 255/35 R19 front and 335/30 R20 rear Michelin Pilot Sport 2 unidirectional tires with an asymmetric tread pattern are fitted to gorgeous magnesium alloy rims. They do as much to aid in braking as they grip the asphalt, helping the CCR achieve 1.3Gs on the 300 foot skid pad.

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