2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 908 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 887 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 1972 Mazda 818. 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 1126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mazda |
| Model | Veyron | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
