2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 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 EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron has manual transmission. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 62 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6381 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |