2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Viper. (444 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bugatti | Dodge |
| Model | Veyron | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
