1960 BMW 700 vs. 2003 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2003 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 700 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
