2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Seat |
| Model | Veyron | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
