2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 453 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 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 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Bugatti Mitsubishi
Model EB 18-4 Veyron Starion
Year Released 2000 1988
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 555 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 1125 kg


 

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