2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric 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 869 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 567 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. 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 1034 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | Veyron | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
