2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 353 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
Model | Veyron | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |