1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram 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 814 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Bugatti Veyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 945 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2010 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Dodge | Bugatti |
| Model | Ram | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
