2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 202 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
Model | Veyron | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |