2006 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2003 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | BMW | Bugatti |
Model | 525 | Veyron |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |