2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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) has 487 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | Veyron | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
