2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | GL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3076 mm |
