2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban 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 417 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban.
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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Bugatti | GMC |
Model | Veyron | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |