2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti 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 Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
