2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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 390 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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 2003 Lotus Esprit. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
Model | Veyron | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 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 | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |