2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Bugatti Veyron. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2001 Bugatti Veyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 650 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
Model | Veyron | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |