2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo

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 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo 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 492 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 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 1979 Seat Ritmo. 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.

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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 1979 Seat Ritmo
Make Bugatti Seat
Model EB 18-4 Veyron Ritmo
Year Released 2000 1979
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 555 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2460 mm