2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera 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 345 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bugatti | Buick |
Model | Veyron | Riviera |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |