2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 421 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bugatti | Subaru |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |
