2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 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 804 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bugatti | BMW |
Model | Veyron | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |