1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 892 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 887 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm) has 1060 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | Giulia | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 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 | 1000 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
