2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 11 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 133 more horse power than 2012 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | Veyron | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2761 mm |
