2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 207 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Veyron | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
