2008 Acura RL vs. 2000 Bugatti Veyron

To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura RL 2000 Bugatti Veyron
Make Acura Bugatti
Model RL Veyron
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3471 cc 7993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 630 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 760 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm


 

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