2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Mistral. 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 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
Model | Veyron | Mistral |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |