2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban 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 779 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 843 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Bugatti | GMC |
Model | Veyron | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |