2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | Veyron | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
