2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | Veyron | 211 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
