1972 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 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 517 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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 1972 BMW 520. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 520 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 630 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
