1985 Citroen Mehari vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Mehari 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 1155 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 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 1985 Citroen Mehari. 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 (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1461 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Mehari. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Mehari 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Mehari | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Citroen | Bugatti |
| Model | Mehari | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
