2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 556 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 980 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Bugatti | Opel |
Model | Veyron | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |