2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 737 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2685 mm |