2007 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2001 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 318 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 128 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
