1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 865 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 849 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1064 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
Model | 1750 | Veyron |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |