2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 156 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
