2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 4 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Bugatti Veyron. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2000 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
