2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III 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 513 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mini MK III. 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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mini |
| Model | Veyron | MK III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
