2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 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 931 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. 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 1966 Honda S600. 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 1198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 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.
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2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1966 Honda S600 | |
Make | Bugatti | Honda |
Model | Veyron | S600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |