2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 451 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
Model | Veyron | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |