2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo 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 512 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. 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 1989 Holden Apollo. 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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Bugatti | Holden |
| Model | Veyron | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
