2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 772 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 999 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 525 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 7993 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
