2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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 735 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 910 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
Model | Veyron | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |