1992 BMW 332 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 737 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 332 | EB 18-4 Veyron |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
