2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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 429 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 156 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
