2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim 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 837 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 571 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 1006 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Bugatti | Plymouth |
| Model | Veyron | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
