2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 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 492 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. 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 1997 Volvo S70. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
Model | Veyron | S70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |