2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Rekord. 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 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | Veyron | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
