2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century 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 379 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Century. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
Model | Veyron | Century |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |