2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga 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 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | Bugatti | GAZ |
| Model | Veyron | Volga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
