2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra 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 462 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | Veyron | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
