2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 402 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | Veyron | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
