2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger 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 963 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr Haflinger 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 | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Bugatti | Steyr |
| Model | Veyron | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
