2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird 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 355 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 592 kg more than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Pontiac Firebird.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |