2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue 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 747 more horse power than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. 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 1997 Buick Park Avenue. 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 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bugatti | Buick |
Model | Veyron | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 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 |
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 | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |