1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 878 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Rover | Bugatti |
| Model | 400 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
