2007 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus SC 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 699 more horse power than 2007 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 327 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC. 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 2007 Lexus SC. 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 820 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus SC | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Lexus | Bugatti |
| Model | SC | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
