2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Viper. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chrysler |
| Model | Veyron | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
