2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado 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 512 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
Model | Veyron | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |