2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1970 Opel 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel 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 454 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Bugatti | Opel |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |