1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1080 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 487 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 6C | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 415 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
