2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | Veyron | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
