2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX 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 440 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | CX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
