2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 11 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Bugatti | Chrysler |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |