2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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 300 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bugatti | Audi |
Model | Veyron | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |