2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 678 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 436 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 863 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bugatti |
Model | Corvette | Veyron |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 1184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 1500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 29 L/100km |