2003 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2000 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | BMW | Bugatti |
Model | 320 | Veyron |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 630 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |