1963 Lotus Elan vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan 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 (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 887 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 1963 Lotus Elan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1963 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1963 Lotus Elan 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.
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1963 Lotus Elan | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Lotus | Bugatti |
Model | Elan | Veyron |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |