1990 BMW 518 vs. 2001 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2001 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 518 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
