2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. 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 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
