2008 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 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 956 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 Bugatti Veyron.
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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | X3 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 415 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
