2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 612 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Plymouth |
| Model | Veyron | GTX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
