1997 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 730 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 630 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
