2005 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron

To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.

Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 318 2000 Bugatti Veyron
Make BMW Bugatti
Model 318 Veyron
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 6255 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 547 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2660 mm


 

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