2010 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 307 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bugatti Veyron | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Acura |
| Model | Veyron | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
