2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1970 Opel Record
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 Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 496 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 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 Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Record |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
