2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 900 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 447 more horse power than 1986 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 900.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 900. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Saab |
| Model | Veyron | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
