1996 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 913 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 912 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 1139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Toyota | Bugatti |
| Model | Corolla | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1330 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
