2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 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 212 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. 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) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | A8 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
