2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 238 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 365 GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |