2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra 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 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 505 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 2004 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 (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | Veyron | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
