2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
