1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 672 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 69 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. 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 838 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bugatti |
| Model | 400 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
