1978 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. 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 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 730 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
