2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 350 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mazda |
| Model | Veyron | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | W | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
