2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Veyron | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 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 | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
