2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 334 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 985 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | Veyron | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |