2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 872 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 231 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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 993 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | Veyron | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 257 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 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
