2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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 499 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Bugatti | Suzuki |
| Model | Veyron | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
