1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy 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 (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1011 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 7 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | GMC | Bugatti |
| Model | Jimmy | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
