2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 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 465 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 1988 Volvo 760. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
Model | Veyron | 760 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |