2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera 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 325 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | Veyron | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
