2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 472 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Veyron | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
