2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 12 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3300 mm |
