2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 339 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bugatti Veyron 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Bugatti Pontiac
Model Veyron Grand Prix
Year Released 2000 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 547 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm


 

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