2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Tatra |
| Model | Veyron | T600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
