2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 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 340 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK8. 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) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | Veyron | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
