2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D 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 528 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Bugatti | Steyr |
| Model | Veyron | 500D |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
