2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 437 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | Veyron | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
