2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 8 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Bugatti Veyron. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 599. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 599. (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Veyron | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 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 | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
