2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 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 265 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993.
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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
Model | Veyron | 993 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |