1997 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron

To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX 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 697 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 517 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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 939 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX 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:

1997 Honda NSX 2010 Bugatti Veyron
Make Honda Bugatti
Model NSX Veyron
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3179 cc 7993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 987 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 1250 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1887 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2710 mm


 

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