2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES 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 777 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 357 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. 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 1996 Lexus ES. 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 946 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lexus |
| Model | Veyron | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
