2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 413 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 897 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 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 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
