2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
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 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 947 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 Peugeot 504. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (179 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 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Peugeot |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
