2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 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 212 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Veyron | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
