2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 357 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
