2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 334 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 1984 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 (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Bugatti | De Tomaso |
| Model | Veyron | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 451 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 Weight | 1900 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
