1993 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 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 272 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 437 kg more than 1993 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 840 | EB 18-4 Veyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
