2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord 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 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 957 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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 1977 Honda Accord. 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 1124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bugatti | Honda |
| Model | Veyron | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
