1979 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra 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 883 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 62 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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 1979 Buick Electra. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 976 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Buick | Bugatti |
Model | Electra | Veyron |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |