1999 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 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 745 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 740 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
