2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 872 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 687 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm) has 1084 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (166 Nm). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bugatti |
| Model | New Beetle | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
