2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy 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 500 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Bugatti Veyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Bugatti | GMC |
Model | Veyron | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |