2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 346 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bugatti Veyron 1999 Volkswagen Bora
Make Bugatti Volkswagen
Model Veyron Bora
Year Released 2003 1999
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 547 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm


 

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