2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 389 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Esprit. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
| Model | Veyron | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
