2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 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 (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
Model | Veyron | Starlet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |