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


 

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