2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 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 418 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 164. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
Model | Veyron | 164 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |