1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta 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 822 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Buick Reatta. 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 1989 Buick Reatta. 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) has 965 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Buick | Bugatti |
| Model | Reatta | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
