2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 397 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 797 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Bugatti | Holden |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |