2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 830 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 582 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 1015 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
Model | Veyron | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |