1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
Model | V8 Vantage | Veyron |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |