2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti Veyron. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
Model | Veyron | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |