2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 360 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 627 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Veyron | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
