2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (518 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Veyron | CLS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |