2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 761 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 956 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Acura | Bugatti |
| Model | TL | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
