2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark 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 397 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | Veyron | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
