2006 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 273 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 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, 2006 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. 2006 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron has manual transmission. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental | EB 18-4 Veyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 6255 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 555 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3160 mm |
