2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta 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 822 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 351 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. 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 1988 Buick Reatta. 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 965 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | Veyron | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
