1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 2800 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 630 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
