2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore 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 445 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bugatti | Holden |
| Model | Veyron | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
