2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 251 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Bugatti | De Tomaso |
| Model | Veyron | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
