2010 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 585 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veyron | CLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
