2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 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 953 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bugatti | DAF |
| Model | Veyron | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
