2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 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 484 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Bugatti | Riley |
Model | Veyron | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |