2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 691 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Audi | Bugatti |
Model | A6 | Veyron |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |