2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 944 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | Veyron | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
