2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 8 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. (571 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
Model | Veyron | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 6191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 571 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |