2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Maybach 57. (544 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 57. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron has manual transmission. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bugatti | Maybach |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 57 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3400 mm |