2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | Veyron | GTO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
