1989 Audi V8 vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | V8 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
