2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 458 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
Model | Veyron | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |